Weekly Webinars
Each Thursday, we host a free virtual learning opportunity, featuring experts and researchers from the KU Alzheimer’s Disease Research Center (KU ADRC) and affiliates.
Presentations focus on understanding risk factors for Alzheimer’s disease, the latest research in preventing Alzheimer’s, and what we know about brain health and aging.
Weekly Webinar with KU Alzheimer's Disease Research Center
Thursdays from 2-2:30 pm
My Mama Mattie – A Daughter’s Caregiving Story | LaTanya Thomas Patton
In honor of her mother, Mattie, who had Alzheimer’s disease, LaTanya Thomas Patton will share the story of caring for her favorite girl. LaTanya’s journey is shaped by love and compassion as a caregiver to her mother. Ms. Patton is a dedicated senior program manager at Washington University in St. Louis, whose professional work is grounded in service, leadership, and community empowerment. She also serves on the Board of Directors of the Alzheimer’s Association – Heart of America Chapter, where she brings passion and professional insight to advancing care, education, and advocacy. As a proud member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc., LaTanya stands among a sisterhood committed to community uplift, leadership, and service. Her involvement reflects her deep-rooted values in mentorship, civic engagement, and lifelong learning.
How to Join
Our Weekly Webinars are offered as part of the MyAlliance for Brain Health program. If you have not already signed up for MyAlliance, please do so today!
Weekly Webinar 7/10/2025 – no recording due to technical difficulties; instead watch the February 13, 2025 session of the webinar, which features Dr. Herb Caldwell, director of the My Mama Joe, Help and Hope movie and join us for a screening of the movie on Saturday, July 19, 2025 at 4:00 pm at the Glenwood Arts Theater, 3707 W. 95th St., Overland Park, KS 66206. Register here